Orchid Phalaenopsis
Phalaenopsis Orchid, also know as the Moth Orchid, is a tropical, herbaceous perennial in the orchid family (Orchidaceae). This orchid can range from a few inches to 2 ft in height and up to 2 ft (but usually less) in spread. Their region of origin is tropical and subtropical Asia and northeast Australia. Moth Orchids are the most popular and widely available kind of orchid sold as a houseplant.
The genus name comes from the Greek words phalaina, which means “moth,” and opsis, which means “like” because the flowers look like moths.
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Available in 5"Moth Orchids prefer low light. The best placement inside your home is on an east windowsill, but they can grow well on well-shaded west and south windowsills.
Orchids should be watered in the mornings with tepid water by placing plants in a sink and allowing water to flow freely through potting medium and foliage. Let the pot drain completely so that plants do not stand in water. Mature plants should be watered once weekly or more often in the heat of summer. Potting mix should dry some between waterings. If the growing medium is pure sphagnum moss, it can be difficult to rewet.
We suggest Espoma Orchid Mix or Rosy Soil Orchid Mix.
Add CocoChip: Chunky Coconut Husk if you are creating your own soil mix, or if you'd like to add extra moisture and aeration to your soil.
Proper nutrition is important to the health of your plant and its longevity. To ensure your plant is getting the appropriate nutrition, use a fertilizer labelled for this tree type and apply according to the label.
